Community faith calendar

Friendly Valley serviceWho: The Friendly Valley Community Church (United Methodist)What: Pastor Stan Fix will present “The One Alongside,” remembering loved ones who have died. Fellowship and coffee will follow the service. All are welcome.When: 10 a.m. SundayWhere: 19246 Ave. of the Oaks in Newhall Contact: (661) 251-1311

Via Media classes Who: St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church What: Via Media classes offered. In Via Media, St. Stephen’s invites participants into the Christian community in a particular way. St. Stephen’s understands religious faith as a matter of ongoing conversation among diverse communities past and present, those with whom we might agree and those with whom we might disagree. Classes are free and open to all.When: Eight Monday evenings from 7-9 p.m. April 12 to June 7, excluding Monday, May 31Where: 24901 Orchard Village Road in Santa Clarita Contact: (661) 259-7307 or online at office@st-stephens.org

A cosmic adventureWho: Santa Clarita United Methodist ChurchWhat: “A Cosmic Adventure Praising God” Vacation Bible School. The program includes classes for children 3 years old through the fifth grade. Register as soon as possible at the education table after service or at the church office. Cost is $30. Scholarships are available for families unable to pay the donation. Volunteers are needed. Youth sixth grade and above can sign up to help. When: Vacation Bible School will be 9 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. July 19 to 23 Where: 26640 Bouquet Canyon Road in Santa ClaritaContact: Candy Holsenbeck-Smith at (661) 297-3783